Question 1

Is T17 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T17 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code T17 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T17 represents Foreign body in respiratory tract. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code T17 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code T17 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T17?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T17 is section:T15-T19 (Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice (T15-T19)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does T17 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, T17 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., T17XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

T172026

Excludes26Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is T17 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code T17 mean?

When was ICD-10 code T17 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T17?

Does T17 require a 7th character extension?